Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Institute of Directors
This online course explored the foundations of good governance and what it means to be an effective director. Learners examined the role and responsibilities of the board, key director mindsets, boardroom behaviours, and the importance of strategic thinking, risk awareness, and ethical leadership. The course combined expert insights, real-world scenarios, and personal reflection to help learners prepare for board-level responsibility.
5 weeks, 2 hours per week
John Browett
Chair
Institute of Directors
Dr Roger Barker
Governance, Directorship & Responsible Business Expert
Institute of Directors
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Explain the purpose of governance and why it matters for organisational success.
- Describe the core functions of a board and the distinct roles directors can play.
- Identify the mindset and behaviours that support effective directorship.
- Reflect on your personal leadership style and how it aligns with boardroom expectations.
- Describe common governance challenges and how to respond to them constructively.
- Apply key concepts such as risk awareness, constructive challenge, and strategic thinking.
- Understand the importance of emotional intelligence and respectful board dynamics.
- Reflect on your readiness to join a board and explore next steps in your development journey.
Syllabus
- What is governance?
- A director’s role
- A director’s mindset
- Board dynamics
- Are you ready for the boardroom?
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Issued on 6th February 2026
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